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Last Updated Mar 6, 2019 - by Jackie Lange

Relax – Let Us Take Care Of Everything For You!

When you’re considering moving overseas there is a lot of research (and dreaming) involved. You’ve probably read a lot about Panama. You may have watched 100 youtube videos about Panama. Maybe you even attended a conference about retiring overseas. These things are all great.

But when it comes time to get serious about making a decision to move to Panama, you really need to come see Panama for yourself to know what it’s like. You need to have “boots on the ground” and kick the tires so to speak.

♦ You need to see Panama up close and personal.
♦ You need to meet other foreigners who have moved to Panama
♦ Enjoy the warmth of the coastal areas – take a stroll on the beach
♦ Experience the majestic mountain views & spring like weather in the highlands
♦ Check out the abundance of food available at a farmer’s markets
♦ See first-hand how friendly and welcoming the Panamanian people are
♦ Check out grocery stores to see if they have the items you need
♦ Visit pharmacies to see what the cost is for medications you take
♦ Visit department stores to see what’s available and check prices.
♦ Meet with an immigration attorney to get details about Visa options
♦ See rental properties to see what’s it’s like to really live in Panama
♦ Learn how to get your pets and household good in to Panama the easy and affordable way.
♦ Learn what you need to do to make a smooth transition to living overseas

During a Panama Relocation Tours, you’ll do all this and much much more.

RELAX! You can enjoy your trip to Panama without the stress of planning where to go, what to do, where to stay and how to get there.

RELAX! Instead of trying to plan a trip to Panama on your own, let us take care of everything for you. We’ll make all hotel arrangements, select restaurants for 3 meals a day, arrange for you to meet with expats in various areas, our bi-lingual driver will meet you at the airport when you arrive. We provide ground transportation in our private luxury bus. And we provide an in-country flight back to Panama City after the tour (starting in May 2019).

While the big yellow bus is rolling from one location to another, it’s like a seminar on wheels. You’ll learn about visa options, finding rentals, getting huge discounts on health insurance, how to get a Panama driver’s license (and why you need to), how to bring your household goods & pets in to Panama, how to buy a car, how to open a bank account, and so much more.

RELAX! Everything we talk about during the tour is already written down in a book so you can enjoy the scenery without taking copious notes.

RELAX! After you move to Panama you’ll have more questions and need more hand holding. We’ll be right here to help!

WE MAKE IT EASY! All you have to do is sign up for a Panama Relocation Tour HERE After you sign up for a tour, we’ll then put you in touch with our travel agent to help you find a great deal on a flight to Panama. We’ll take care of everything else!

WE TAKE THE STRESS AWAY!

You’ll learn about “off the beaten path” places where a couple can live well on less than $1500 a month…including rent.

You’ll learn about locations with every amenity you could imagine is available and English is spoken almost everywhere.

You’ll learn the pros and cons of each areas we visit. You need to know both sides to make an intelligent decision about relocating to Panama.

RELAX ..while our professional driver is doing all the driving in our luxury bus so you can enjoy the scenery and take it all in.

And at the end of a 6-day all-inclusive Panama Relocation Tour, you’ll know if Panama is a “yes” or “no.” You’ll know which community(s) pulled at your heart strings. After a Panama Relocation Tour, you’ll know exactly how to relocate to Panama with confidence. You’ll know what you need to do to make a smooth transition in to living overseas.

What are you waiting for? We still have a few openings for upcoming Panama Relocation Tours SEE THE DATES HERE

Come see why so many foreigners love living in Panama and why we bet you will too!

To Life in Paradise,
Jackie

P.S. Here’s what some of our guests have to say about the tour…

TAKE THIS TOUR. DO IT! Ten stars for Jackie and her crew. My husband and I visited Panama about 18 months ago and couldn’t get it out of our minds. I started looking around for information on moving there and Jackie’s name kept coming up. Add our names to the ever-growing list of those who recommend her. We knew where we wanted to live and felt we owed it to ourselves to be well informed. This tour more than exceeded my admittedly high expectations. I’m an information girl and Jackie has it and easily shares it. She loves Panama but doesn’t sugarcoat it. I like straight talk and Jackie gave it to us. I was so hot on the Relocation tour that a friend of ours decided to join us and I think (I hope) she’s moving too. – Whoo hoo! We toured the country from Panama City to Boquete and I couldn’t be more pleased. It was great to be with other like minded people and I feel like we made some new friends. Thank you thank you thank you.

Kathie Osterman Rose
February 2019 Tour

Jackie, I wanted to voluntarily write a review for the Panama Relocation Tour that I just attended from 2/8/19 – 2/14/19. First, I want to commend your daughter Melissa on the tremendous job of organizing and managing all the intricate details of a trip like this. She’s an amazingly talented professional and I’m glad she’s on your team.

Secondly, all of your drivers were amazing people with a thorough knowledge of effectively getting around in Panama. Having spent the most time with Jorge, I can’t say enough about this, “transportation genius.” The maneuvers he did with the relocation bus were nothing short of magical. His timeliness, professionalism and experience made the many trips we took absolutely enjoyable.

Lastly, Harriet Tubman birthed the “Underground Railroad” to move people from danger to safety. Jackie Lange birthed the “Panama Relocation Tour” to move people from existing to living. Many of us that are investigating relocating to Panama are doing so because the cost of living where we are living now has risen beyond our means to cover it comfortably. Jackie’s countless hours of research coupled with years of experience serve as a “guardrail” in our relocation efforts. I found Jackie to be brutally honest, experienced, warm, friendly, funny, caring and open to share with anyone that approaches her. If you are tired of all the slick sounding marketing material on the Internet about relocating to Panama, and you are ready for the pure and honest facts, ask Jackie. However, brace yourself for a dose of hard and honest facts birthed out of her experience. I unreservedly and unconditionally recommend the Panama Relocation Tour!

Author Terrence Biggs II
February 2019 Tour

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Last Updated Dec 13, 2018 - by Jackie Lange

Don’t Wait to Retire

Many people wait until they turn 65 to retire. I suppose it is because they need the money from Social Security or the pension from their job. But you should really consider retiring early because you just don’t know how much time you will have after you turn 65.

When my husband and I first talked about retiring early, he wanted to wait until he turned 65 because his retirement income would be much more if he waited. But because we moved to Panama, we were able to drastically reduce our cost of living so he could retire early. In most parts of Panama, a couple can live well on less than $2000 a month including health insurance and rent.

My husband retired almost 10 years early and it’s a good thing he did. He turned 65 in February and died in August – only 43 days after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Because he retired early, he got to enjoy a work-free, stress-free life living in Panama for many years

Don’t wait! You never know how much time you will have to enjoy your retirement if you work until you are in your 60’s.

Many people who have come on our tours have retired early – some in the 40s and 50s. They rental income from their house in North America completely supports them in Panama. Others do freelance work to supplement their income.

I admire Billy and Akaisha Kaderli of Retire Early Lifestyle who gave up their briefcases for backpacks more than twenty years ago. ..when they were only 38. Instead of the fancy clothes, house and car, they have a simple mobile home in Arizona as a home base but spend most of their time in Guatemala, Mexico, Thailand or other exotic locations. Living overseas they are able to drastically reduce their costs and live comfortably on about $2000 per month. You could too!

It’s all about priorities!

Come see what your life could be like living in Panama. Join us for a six-day all-inclusive Panama Relocation Tour.

LEARN MORE HERE

TOUR DATES HERE

We only require a $500 deposit per person to reserve your spot. The remainder is not due until 30 days before your tour.

Panama is one of only 10 countries in the whole world who are at PEACE. No military. No conflicts. No political, religious or racial tension. Just a stress free lifestyle with fresh food, air and water.. at affordable prices. If you’d love to live near the beach – Panama has it! If you’d love to live in the mountains – Panama has it! If you’re a city slicker, you’ll love Panama City! If you’re on a super tight budget, there are so many places where you can live better for less in Panama! There is a perfect spot for everyone in Panama.

Come see what you’re missing. Join us for a Panama Relocation Tours. Don’t wait.

To Life in Paradise,
Jackie Lange

Last Updated Jun 23, 2017 - by Jackie Lange

What’s The Customer Service Like in Panama?

You may have heard that customer service is not so good in Panama. I’ve actually had great experience with customer service. But, it’s because I read a lot about Latin culture to know what to expect and not expect. Some examples, if you go to a restaurant they usually will not bring your check until you ask for it. If you’re in a department store, a sales clerk will follow you around. He/she is not watching you to see if you’re going to steal anything; they are actually waiting for you to ask for help so they can come over to assist you. They just do things a little differently in Panama.

Chuck Kent came on my tour several years ago. He wrote me today to share a customer service experience he had. I knew you’d enjoy reading about it so I got permission to share.

Chuck wrote, Please share, without sharing, I would not be here today. Your Tour and your Group of Associates have helped us immensely. As you already know I am not easily impressed but I must say you have done a very impressive job with and through Panama Relocation Tours. Thank you.

I want to add some positive feed back on service in Panama.

I had a problem with water pooling close to the road. The City admitted it was their problem and they would fix it. That was last year. So after we purchased the house, we had too transfer the billing to our name. While there we asked when they would be around to fix the water leak. Well don’t they show up early the next day with a work crew. They dug down and found a broken sewer pipe. Not surprising seeing the house was built in 1939. (see 360 view of the house below)

They worked on trying to clear the house line to the main line at the street, after about 4 hours they approached me and said the damage was not worth fixing. I could make due until they hook up the new sewer lines just installed through out the City or I they could connect me the next day.

Remember I am responsible for the line from the house to the main line on the street. I am thinking in thousands of dollars. They told me I could have it done privately or I can pay them too do it. I thought about it for one second and decided they should do it. This way any problems are their responsibility. I don’t have too deal with them blaming my contractor if something goes wrong. I asked them for a quote. I fixed my self a stiff drink in preparation for the news.

1 Backhoe
1 Backhoe Operator
1 Backhoe Manager
1 Chainsaw and Operator.
3 Labours
1 Supervisor
1 Manager
5 hours labour to complete.
$250.00.

I had too supply the the hardware.

4 inch pipe approx 60 feet and all the couplings.

$63.00 with tax. I ask for my Jubilado Discount for household goods and got it.

I am now hooked too the new sewer system. 1 less chore to do later.

Happy campers in Puerto Armuelles
Chuck & Mary

See a 360 view of the house Chuck and Mary purchased in Puerto Armuelles which is on the far western side of Panama, close to the Costa Rica border.

SEE VIEW HERE

Chuck says, “ It is 1260 Sq Foot raised Tropical Style, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms. Lower section is open air to help with air circulation and cooling. We have Air Conditioners but have not needed to use them. We sit on 2 one acre lots, with approximately 25 to 30 mature Fruit Trees. I can’t say how much we paid for this, but let’s put it this way I couldn’t put a down payment on the condo we live in, in Toronto for the price of this Property.”

Puerto has a population of about 25,000 and has some of the best beaches in Panama. It has a hospital, grocery stores, and some restaurants. It’s also one of the most affordable beach towns in Panama.

Previously, Chiquita Banana was in full operation there but they left in early 2000 over labor disputes. Since then, Puerto has gone in to disrepair. It’s a very Panamanian town. There are very few expats.

Recently, Del Monte signed a 10 year agreement to start up banana operations in the Puerto area again and they have committed to spending $100 million dollars in Puerto Armuelles over the next ten years. So, things are looking up for Puerto!

After the Panama Relocation Tours we make arrangements for those who are interested to meet with people who live in Puerto who know the area very well. There are a lot of hidden gems that very few people even know about there. We’ll show you where they are!

Join us for a Panama Relocation Tour to learn about many other hidden gems throughout Panama!

See this video that some tourist took of a drive through Puerto Armuelles